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Can the San Antonio Spurs Outshine the Grizzlies in a Battle at FedExForum?

As the San Antonio Spurs prepare to face off against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain recent momentum. Despite a challenging season, recent performances have shown sparks of potential that could upset their opponents' rhythm.


SAN ANTONIO, TX - MARCH 22  Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs blocks the shot of Jaren Jackson Jr. #13 of the Memphis Grizzlies on March 22, 2024 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photos by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images)

In their last game against the Golden State Warriors, although narrowly defeated with 113 points to 117, the Spurs demonstrated resilience and offensive prowess. They led for over 22 minutes and showcased an impressive fast break percentage of seventy percent, converting nineteen points from these opportunities. Their three-point shooting was also notable at forty percent efficiency.


The previous encounter with New York Knicks saw an exhilarating overtime victory for the Spurs as they scored 130 points against Knicks' 126. The team's field goal percentage stood strong at fifty-four percent and they dominated time leading by over forty-six minutes. Their bench contributed significantly with thirty-eight points, indicating depth in their squad.


SAN ANTONIO, TX - MARCH 22  Devin Vassell #24 of the San Antonio Spurs drives to the basket during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on March 22, 2024 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photos by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images)

A few days earlier, a win against Utah Jazz by seven points (118-111) highlighted San Antonio's ability to control games – leading for nearly forty-seven minutes. The team excelled in assists with forty and maintained a solid field goal percentage of fifty-one percent.


These statistics suggest that while wins have been scarce this season for San Antonio, there is no shortage of fight within this squad. With improved efficiency on both ends of the court and better ball movement resulting in high assist numbers, there is potential for an upset when they visit Memphis.


SAN ANTONIO, TX - MARCH 22  Keldon Johnson #3 of the San Antonio Spurs drives to the basket during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on March 22, 2024 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photos by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images)

The upcoming game promises to be another test of character for San Antonio as they look to build on these performances away from home soil. Fans can catch all the action live on BSSE or BSSW networks on April 9th at 7:00 PM CT when these Western Conference rivals clash once again.

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